Trusted since 1901, Walgreens combines the staying power of a beloved brand with a commitment to continuous improvement. From inventing the Malted Milkshake in 1922, to becoming the first major drug chain to put prescriptions into child-resistant containers (long before it was required by law), to launching drive-thru pharmacies in 1991, Walgreens has a rich tradition of innovation. Luke Rauch will take us through some of the most dynamic current initiatives Walgreens is undertaking to evolve the business and continue to meet the changing needs of the customer. He’ll describe both organic and inorganic growth scenarios (e.g., Rite Aid, healthcare services), the expanding partnership with FedEx, continued investments in people and technology, and enhanced digital offerings to drive customer engagement, among other topics.

About the Speaker

LUKE RAUCH

Senior Director, U.S. Insights

Walgreens

Luke Rauch is the Senior Director of US Insights at Walgreens, where he oversees pricing analytics and execution across the chain’s 8000+ stores. He is also responsible for the company’s overall promotional strategy and insights specific to store formats. Prior to Walgreens, Luke worked in Deloitte Consulting’s strategy practice where he led projects including but not limited to new product / market entry, digital strategy, market forecasting, marketing mix spend, and marketing strategy. He received his undergraduate degree and MBA from the University of Michigan.